The Fragile Ordinary Book Reviews

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Another Extraordinary Story. Another extraordinary story by Samantha Young, of love, loss, guilt, betrayal, jealousy, bullying, addiction. All the things teens must deal with on a daily basis as they come of age. It's a story about finding oneself in a world where you feel so isolated by your differences. Comet is so quirky and eccentric. Such as her love of her crazy fashion style and shoe obsession. I'm also an avid reader so it was good to be able to relate to Comet through her love of books. Her poetry was amazing. Comet always felt so alone and afraid too share herself with anyone until Tobias comes along, because of the strained and neglectful relationship Comet has with her parents. Tobias pulls at your heartstrings when you learn of his past and what he's dealing with. Yet he still tries to be there for both Comet and Stevie during their problems. He feels like he betrayed Stevie and the guilt eats at him. The chemistry between Tobias and Comet is such a sweet love story you can't get enough of them. They just both pull the best out of each other. Samantha doesn't shy away from any topics which always draws me in. She also pulls at all of your emotions. You cry, you yell at the book and you laugh with the characters. This is most certainly a five star, must read book. Can't wait to see what she has in store for us next.

Being yourself is never ordinary. The Fragile Ordinary is about a girl who is all but neglected by her parents. She is taken care of and provided for, but they pay her no attention and honestly, couldn’t even tell you how old she is. Comet is constantly fighting loneliness and has found that poetry to be her passion, as well as a way to express her emotions and hurt. Out of fear of judgement however, no one knows about her gift with words and she publishes them annonoumsuly on a blog and has a plan for after she graduates to get out and get on with her life where she can finally move away from being unloved. Then her teacher assigns her to do a project with the new American kid in class who is the complete opposite of her. Neither of them are ready for the connection they make and they must struggle though the trials of their own lives as well as the back lash they receive for deciding be together. I love a good coming of age romance. I adore seeing how each character really comes into their own, as well as how they manage to find a way to grow into their relationship together. Comet was such a fun unique character for me to read. She had such a wonderfully creative style that I could really see her personality jump out of the pages of this book. My heart ached for her so much as she was faced with the reality of her parents and I admittedly hugged my daughter a few extra times while reading this book. Tobias was also a very diverse character, he had a bit of a tragic past but was able to work thought it and be such a compassionate, supportive, and when needed protective boyfriend for Comet and he quickly won me over. One aspect I always adore with Samantha Young’s books is her ability to really transport me into her stories. I never fail to feel like I’ve landed completely into the world that she beautifully paints for me. Her characters always capture my heart and this book was no exception. Their honest flaws and refusal to give up inspire me. She never takes the easy route of letting her stories fall into a happily ever after, we get to fight along with them page by page as we earn that happy ending.

A Paradoxical Title with Universal Lessons. The Fragile Ordinary, the title of Samantha Young’s newest release, seems quite contradictory; the implication that something normal…something standard…something regular could be vulnerable or delicate doesn’t quite fit its moniker, but it doesn’t mean it’s any less true…it doesn’t mean there’s not value and understanding in that paradoxical idea. In the continuum between ordinary and extraordinary, especially when it comes to teenagers, there’s a learning curve due to the pressures, insecurities, and expectations that come with traversing through hallways and classrooms where people are constantly judged and evaluated based on their actions and their words, and what that means for those individuals who see themselves as nothing more than ordinary is that they must contend with labels, pressures, and bullying, upsetting the delicate balance that exists for them on any given day, making it difficult to keep themselves and their lives in check, which forces a spotlight on those who would never choose to be exposed as anything but regular. Based on her name alone, there are certain expectations for Comet Caldwell - thoughts on how she should act and who she should be, and even though that’s not the path that she would ever choose for herself, it places her in a rather precarious position that is further aggravated by the appearance of a certain American bad boy - one who enters her life and brings with him his own issues and demons to fight, which means that, together, Comet and Tobias need to decide if they’re meant to be an extraordinary duo or remain behind the scenes as unequivocally ordinary as they can be. Before I go any further with my review, I think it’s important for readers to understand that I don’t read a lot of young adult literature; it’s not that I don’t enjoy it; it’s just that my reading schedule, which includes author review teams, ARCs as a blogger, and the books I beta read, isn’t conducive to all of the YA books that have been released. But, not only is Samantha Young one of my absolute favorite authors, but her storytelling and the characters she constructs never fail to illicit a wide range of emotions and thoughts. And The Fragile Ordinary did just that! All readers will relate to Comet in some significant way; to me, I felt like she was my high school self kindred spirit. Everything she endures…her views on life and living…the way she handles the multitude of difficult situations and decisions…her love of book characters and her connection to them…Comet is such a relatable character and the turmoil that surrounds her doesn’t feel the least bit contrived or over the top and that is exactly the kind of main character readers can identify with, support, and cheer on because as Comet experiences all of drama and pressures of being a female teenager, her plight resonates with everyone who hears/reads her story. Tobias King definitely has a hardened edge to him, but in some ways I think that helps him deal with his past and the aspects of his current life that seem out of his control. He doesn’t appear to be someone who would mesh well with Comet, but that’s the thing about preconceived notions and judging people based solely on what is said about them and the mask they wear. To truly understand someone, there needs to be an investment…a common ground and slowly but surely that connection is made and solidified between Comet and Tobias, and it’s heartwarming and heartbreaking at the same time simply because of how things play out and the choices that have to be made, not only for them individually but also for any future they could possibly have together. In every sense of the word, The Fragile Ordinary is a paradoxical title - one that teaches relatable and significant life lessons and then goes about exemplifying those teachings through two main characters who every reader will identify with and be inspired by…Comet and Tobias’ story is an amazing story of resilience…of friendship…of love, and it realistically illustrates a teenager’s journey through life - the highs and the lows and everything in between. It’s definitely a story that stay with me and its lessons will not soon be forgotten. 5 Poison Apples (The Fairest of All Book Reviews)

Good YA story. It’s been awhile since I’ve read YA. Overall I did enjoy this book, despite it starting off slow. It took awhile for me to connect. I didn’t really like a lot of the characters, but some of them did eventually grow on me.

Amazing Read!!. Since I have finished The Fragile Ordinary, I have been trying to come up with the right words to express the enormity of this book. This book...THIS BOOK... I mean.. I couldn't put it down. I was so captivated from the very beginning as we meet Comet. She is so eccentric and so many could connect with her today. I mean, come on, who doesn't just want to shut the world out and curl up with a book and escape inside that world? But, Comet taught us so much more than just settling and hiding. She showed us that being ourselves and living every moment to the fullest can be just as adventurous and amazing. Don't get me wrong. This story captures so many struggles of our teens today. From bullying, self-assurance, drugs, associations within certain groups, to friendships and romantic love. Samantha Young tackles these issues within this story of Comet brilliantly. You become Comet and journey through this epic tale feeling her hopes and fears. You experience her joys and heartaches...*sighs*...She is just amazing!! While I am talking about Comet, I need to mention the other person that we fall for and that is Tobias. Young couldn't have written a more imperfect love interest. And I mean that in the most perfect way. I loved how Comet had this picture in her mind from what a "book boyfriend" would be and how Tobias would destroy that dream. But this brought us to how much this story was epic. Each and every moment that we spent with Comet and Tobias was genuine and real. I LOVED their relationship and I totally FELT each emotion they went through... All this brings me to the ingenious, talented brilliance that Samantha Young has given us in The Fragile Ordinary. A truly epic coming of age tale that is a must read for all!!

Love, Loss, and Growing Up. I don't seem to read as much YA since I have left my teenage years behind. Samantha Young is one of my favorites so I thought I should give The Fragile Ordinary a try. It kept me up reading in the wee hours of the night. I went through so many emotions reading this book. This is also a book about teenagers, who sometimes make questionable decisions. I liked that all the teenage characters were fleshed out. They all made mistakes. I can obviously relate to Comet, the introvert and bookworm. She feels like a kindred spirit most of the time. We don't just get the story of her romance with Tobias. We also get the story of her relationships with her family and friends. Will I ever read it again? Probably not, but I appreciate the journey and the message. This story has themes that include love, loss, growing up, bullying and drug use. I voluntarily read an early copy.

Amazing characters that any reader is sure to fall in love with. Oh man, I really loved this book. Comet was simply an amazing character that is sure to make any reader love her. I truly related to her on a very deep level simply because she lives her life in a way I wish I was brave enough to live (at her age). Each character was fleshed out and I loved the backstories that were present. I do wish that we learned a little more about the side characters but I truly loved Tobias & Comet. Their story was fresh and I loved that it didn't feel too young nor did it go into too much of an adult realm. At 28, I was still able to love the story. This is the first young adult novel that I have read by Samantha Young. I've been hooked by her books for years so I was a little nervous to go from adult romance to young adult romance. It's always interesting to see how a writer's writing changes when it comes to age. Though I prefer Samantha Young's adult novels, I truly loved this book. It is realistic, it's fast paced, and it is sure to make you think back to your high school woes (if you're older). Honestly, it was fantastic. I truly loved it. **I received this book in exchange for an honest review.**

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Very intriguing story!. Wonderful story about a young girl and struggles she goes through as she tries to understand herself and the people around her! This book has so many deeply felt emotions and complex characters. It was refreshing and relatable and very well done! I loved it! Comet was an amazing and intriguing young woman.

3.75 stars-coming of age, heart breaking story. 3.75 stars--THE FRAGILE ORDINARY by Samantha Young is a contemporary, young adult story line focusing on sixteen year old British student Comet Caldwell, and American Tobias King. Told from first person point of view (Comet) THE FRAGILE ORDINARY follows one year in the life of sixteen year old Comet Caldwell, a product of emotionally absent parents whose lifestyle has affected their only child. Comet is a bit of a loner; a unique teen whose sense of style is one of a kind; a socially-awkward nerd who prefers to spend Friday nights with a book rather than partying with her two closest friends. But things are about to get a little more exciting when an American student saunters into our heroine’s life. Enter sixteen-year old Tobias King, the young man with whom Comet will fall in love. What ensues is the slow building friendship and relationship between our leading couple, and the fall-out as life, betrayal and loss threaten any semblance of normalcy for our struggling heroine. Comet Caldwell uses poetry and pose to pen her deepest secrets and the painful reality of life amongst the Caldwell clan. Her home life is a mess, as she battles the emotional highs and lows of her first teenage crush without the support of the people at home. Tobias King has been uprooted from his American home, and finds himself caught between right and wrong. Meeting Comet Caldwell is like a breath of fresh air but not all is well as life begins to spiral out of control. THE FRAGILE ORDINARY has all of the hallmarks of the young adult genre: oblivious and narcissistic parents who struggle to maintain their own destructive relationship; the mean girls and boys whose direction in life is to make everyone else miserable and sad by spreading lies and rumors, issuing threats and ultimatums; a love triangle or a potential for a love triangle involving one or both of the leading characters; the odd-ball heroine who is a little bit clumsy, unfashionable, geeky and lost; and ultimately, the object of our heroine’s affection- the beautiful, athletic and broken bad boy whose own secrets and history are damaged and dark. Samantha Young pulls the reader into a coming of age, heart-breaking story. An emotional roller coaster of teenaged angst mixed with successes and failures, rejection and acceptance, ultimate highs and pitiful lows. The premise is endearing; the romance is sweet and passionate-the sex scenes are limited and mostly implied; the characters are colorful and engaging.

Loved this!. Comet is young bright girl who keeps to herself and with herself comes to conclusions about the people around her and stays away. Until book-boyfriend looking Tobias comes to town, she passes him off as the popular guy with the bad crowd, ladies man, when they are forced to pair up she discovered the truth about him.These two put together were the perfect mix and brought the best out of one another. This book was heartbreaking and beautiful and all I can say is that I want a love like this.